14 Things Therapists Need You to Know About Suicide

Kara Lissy for Readers Digest

Many people fear that discussing suicide will make troubled loved ones think about it more and increase the likelihood that they will hurt themselves. But in reality, the opposite is true, says Kara Lissy, LCSW, a psychotherapist at A Good Place Therapy and Consulting in New York City. “When someone expresses suicidal ideations or thoughts, talking about it can serve as a deterrent,” she explains. “Inquiring about these thoughts shows emotional support and care, and can often better direct the suffering person to get the help they need.”


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